This October marks the sixth consecutive year in which the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the William Wrigley Jr. Co. are collaborating during National Dental Hygiene Month to increase public awareness and education about the importance of proper dental care and oral health, and locals are following the initiative.
Stephen Barket, D.M.D., of the Bradford Dental Center and Mount Jewett Health Center, said, “flossing is just as important as brushing, and we encourage members of the community to maintain regular checkups even if no teeth are hurting, now and all the time.”
Correspondingly, the scope of focus this year during National Dental Hygiene Month centers upon the four components of proper oral care, which include brushing teeth twice daily, flossing at least once per day, rinsing with antimicrobial mouthrinse and chewing sugar-free gum as opposed to the alternative flavored gum.
Dental hygienists are encouraged to instill upon patients and their community to “do the daily four” and work with their local dentist on how to integrate proper oral health habits into their daily routine.
Throughout National Dental Hygiene Month, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and other collaborators will focus on assisting these hygienists in making a difference in their communities, as well as offering resources to help raise awareness and spread education on the matter.
Starting a conversation with your local dental hygienist on how to implement good oral care into your routine will not only benefit dental health, but will also contribute to improved overall health. For, as Barket explained, “Oral health may be an indicator of a person’s overall health, so it is important to maintain dental care and attend appointments as you would any other health care provider.”
The Bradford Dental Center offers a variety of family dental services, including cleanings, fillings and extractions, as well as same-day emergency care opportunities. The Center has seven operatories and provides services for children, as well as adults.
“We offer customized treatment plans to achieve the best results for every patient,” Barket said. “Dental professionals utilize the latest in technology and the newest procedures to ensure quality dental care, in order to achieve healthy smiles for every person who walks through our doors; this time” — during National Dental Hygiene Month — “and every time.”
Source: http://www.bradfordera.com/lifestyles/article_972f3744-6e18-11e5-996d-831c5a6db829.html
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